circulate

//ˈsɜːkjʊleɪt//
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Verb

circulateInfinitive
circulatePresent tense
circulatedPast tense
circulatedPast participle
circulatingPresent participle
circulatesThird-person singular
1

To move continuously through a closed system or area, returning to the starting point.

Blood circulates through the body, carrying oxygen to all the organs.

2

To spread or distribute information, news, or rumors among a group of people.

The news circulated quickly throughout the office.

3

To move around freely in a social setting, talking to different people.

At the party, she circulated among the guests, making sure everyone felt welcome.

4

To pass from person to person or place to place, especially of money or goods.

Counterfeit bills have been circulating in the city.